Head of Learning & Teaching / Programme Leader BA EYDL

Would you like to work for an organisation steeped in history but focused on the future and recognised worldwide as an organisation of excellence? An organisation that promotes a healthy work/life balance and recognises and rewards achievements? An organisation that is committed to supporting the professional development of its staff, both practically and financially? If so, then Norland is the place for you.

We are looking to appoint to our new senior leadership post, Head of Learning and Teaching. Alongside this role, the post holder will also be the Programme Leader for the BA in Early Years Development and Learning. Being part of a dynamic senior leadership team, the post holder will contribute towards the College strategy, working with the Vice Principal to set annual KPIs for the department as well as providing academic leadership to promote a culture of excellence and enhancement. The post holder will oversee the learning and teaching on both the degree programme and the prestigious Norland Diploma. As Programme Leader, the post holder will manage, co-ordinate, develop, enhance and teach on the BA (Hons) degree at Norland College. The post holder will be responsible for the retention and achievement of students and will manage the BA lecturers, ensuring a responsive and high quality service to all students.

This post comes with a significant remission in teaching hours to enable the post holder to focus on effective and supportive programme leadership and research.

You will need to hold a relevant Master’s Degree, have a Doctorate or be willing to work towards one and have a strong CPD record. It is essential that you also hold appropriate teaching and professional qualifications and have extensive teaching experience. Highly effective communication skills and leadership experience are also essential for the role.

Closing Date: 5pm on Thursday 24 May 2018

Interview Date: Monday 4 June 2018

Norland College is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all students and staff to share this commitment.

The suitability of all prospective staff will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. All offers made will be on the condition of relevant safer recruitment checks being conducted and in line with the college policies and procedures.